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Dales Creek

VIC 3341 • Victoria

403
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2.08 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietCommuter Belt
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About Dales Creek

Dales Creek is a small rural locality in the Shire of Moorabool, situated approximately 55 kilometres north-west of Melbourne in the Bacchus Marsh district of Victoria. The locality covers just over 2 square kilometres and had a population of 403 at the 2021 Census, giving it a quiet, semi-rural character with a tight-knit community. Positioned near the foothills west of the Great Dividing Range, Dales Creek benefits from a natural creekside setting among open farmland and light bushland.

Residents of Dales Creek rely primarily on the nearby town of Bacchus Marsh, roughly 10 kilometres to the south-east, for schools, shops, medical services, and rail connections to Melbourne. The surrounding landscape is popular with those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of the city, with access to the Lerderderg State Park and the scenic Bacchus Marsh corridor offering bushwalking and outdoor recreation. The area suits families and those valuing space and greenery over urban convenience.

Dales Creek falls under postcode 3341 and is governed by the Moorabool Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Ballarat, while state elections fall under the Macedon (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3341
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moorabool
Federal Electorate
Ballarat
State Electorate
Macedon (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.57°, 144.31°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.08 km²
Population Density
194 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3341

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3341 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$58,715
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$76,762

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3341; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bacchus Marsh
10 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Bacchus Marsh Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
Drive to Bacchus Marsh station (~10 km), then 55–65 min to Southern Cross via V/Line Ballarat Line
By Car (Peak)
55–75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45–55 min

🛣️ Western Freeway (M8) provides the main road connection to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; no local shops or services within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
403
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Moorabool Local Government Area, which contains Dales Creek. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
319.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 23.2%
Motor vehicle theft
273 / 100k
2yr Up 22.6% 10yr Up 29.3%
Non-FV assault
201.7 / 100k
2yr Up 21.3% 10yr Up 31.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 19.6%
Steal from vehicle
617.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 17.3%
View all offence subgroups for Moorabool →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dales Creek known for? +

Dales Creek is a quiet semi-rural locality known for its natural creekside setting, open farmland, and proximity to the Lerderderg State Park and the Bacchus Marsh district, making it appealing to those seeking a country lifestyle near Melbourne.

How far is Dales Creek from Melbourne CBD? +

Dales Creek is approximately 55 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, typically a 45–75 minute drive depending on traffic, with access via the Western Freeway.

Does Dales Creek have public transport? +

Dales Creek has no direct public transport. Residents drive to Bacchus Marsh station (approximately 10 km away) to catch V/Line trains to Melbourne, making a car essential.

What is the population of Dales Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dales Creek has a population of 403 residents across a compact area of just over 2 square kilometres, giving it a very low density rural character.

Is Dales Creek a good place to live? +

Dales Creek suits those who value rural tranquillity and space over urban convenience, with the bonus of being within commuting range of Melbourne via Bacchus Marsh. It is best suited to people with private transport and a preference for quiet, semi-rural living.

What is the postcode for Dales Creek? +

The postcode for Dales Creek is 3341, shared with the broader Bacchus Marsh locality in Victoria.

Is Dales Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dales Creek is part of the Moorabool LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.